Monitors are firefighting devices used to discharge water or foam over a distance, especially in areas that require longer reach with higher flow rates. They are commonly used in industrial fire protection, such as factories, fuel tank areas, loading and unloading bays, ports, offshore platforms, and other areas where handheld firefighting is impractical or dangerous.
A monitor can be rotated vertically or horizontally to adjust the throw angle and direction. This is done using handwheels or levers, while in remote controlled systems, electric motors are used. The nozzle is used to control flow and discharge pattern based on the situation and the firefighting needs.
Monitors can be installed both as fixed installations in the protected area and on mobile platforms such as firefighting trailers and vehicles. From flammable liquid risks to industrial firefighting, these fire monitors are used for both foam and water applications.